Reba McEntire Costume
Channel the Queen of Country with big red hair and stage-ready sparkle.
Reba McEntire is a country music legend and television icon known for her powerhouse voice, vibrant personality, and unmistakable style. Dressing as Reba is a popular choice for music fans who want a look that combines Southern charm with high-glam stage presence. Her signature costume consists of her iconic voluminous red hair, a sparkling blue or red performance gown, and classic cowboy boots.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $50–150
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What you need for a Reba McEntire costume
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Auburn or Red Wig
A voluminous, layered wig in a rich auburn or copper red shade, styled with feathered bangs and plenty of height.
DIY: Style your own hair with heavy teasing, hairspray, and temporary red hair color spray.
Sparkly Blue Sequined Dress
A form-fitting, floor-length or knee-length dress covered in blue sequins, mimicking her famous 'Fancy' performance gown.
DIY: Take a plain blue dress and fabric-glue metallic blue sequins or glitter fabric paint along the neckline and sleeves.
Cowboy Boots
Classic Western-style leather boots, preferably in brown, black, or a matching metallic shade.
Toy Microphone
A classic silver and black handheld wireless microphone prop.
DIY: Wrap a cardboard tube in black electrical tape and top it with a crumpled ball of aluminum foil.
Dangling Rhinestone Earrings
Large, dramatic silver earrings that catch the stage lights.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on a wig cap, then secure the voluminous auburn wig, using a pick or comb to tease the crown for maximum height.
- 2
Step into the sparkly blue sequined dress and adjust the fit.
- 3
Pull on your Western-style cowboy boots.
- 4
Put on the dramatic rhinestone dangling earrings to add extra stage glam.
- 5
Apply classic country-glam makeup, focusing on defined eyes and a bold red or warm berry lip.
- 6
Grab your toy microphone prop and practice your best Southern drawl and warm smile.
Makeup & hair
Style the red wig with lots of volume at the crown and feathered bangs framing the face. For makeup, go for a classic 90s country look: defined eyebrows, warm eyeshadow, black mascara, and a bold red or terracotta lipstick.
Reba McEntire for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as a cowboy, a backup band member, or her 'Reba' co-star Brock Hart.
- group
- Form a country divas group with friends dressed as Dolly Parton, Shania Twain, and Carrie Underwood.
- kids
- A miniature version featuring a red wig, a sparkly denim jacket, and tiny cowboy boots.
- Plus size
- A wrap-style sequin dress or a sparkly fringe top paired with bootcut jeans offers a comfortable, flattering fit.
- pet
- A small dog wearing a red wig and a tiny denim vest.
Tips
- Use plenty of strong-hold hairspray on the wig to keep the signature 90s volume from falling flat during your event.
- If a full sequin gown is too warm, opt for a sparkly fringe Western shirt paired with dark-wash bootcut jeans.
- Strike a classic Reba pose for photos: one hand on your hip, holding the microphone in the other, with a wide, warm smile.
Reba McEntire costume FAQ
- What is Reba McEntire's most iconic outfit?
- Her most famous look is the low-cut red sequined dress she wore at the 1993 CMA Awards, though a sparkly blue performance gown or a Western fringe jacket with jeans are also instantly recognizable.
- How do I get Reba's signature hair?
- Look for a wig styled in a layered, feathered shag cut in a rich auburn or copper-red color. Tease the roots heavily to achieve her signature 90s volume.
- Can I do a casual Reba costume?
- Yes! You can wear a denim jacket decorated with rhinestones, a black t-shirt, bootcut jeans, cowboy boots, and the signature red wig.
Did you know? Reba's famous red CMA dress in 1993 caused a huge stir because of its daring sheer plunge, and she actually wore it again 25 years later at the 2018 ACM Awards, proving her timeless style.